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Punjab State Open School (PBSOS)

Punjab State Open School (PBSOS)

(Government of Punjab) PBSOS

About Sr. Secondary Program

The Senior Secondary Level (Class XII) program at Punjab State Open School is designed for students who have completed their Secondary (Class X) education and wish to pursue higher secondary education through Open & Distance Learning mode under PSEB. This program is equivalent to Class 12th of any recognized state or national board.

Key Point: The Senior Secondary certificate from PSOS is valid for university admission, competitive examinations, employment, and all purposes where a Class 12th certificate is required. Recognized under PSEB (Est. 1969).

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Age

16 years as on 31st July of admission year

Prior Qualification

Class 10 pass from any recognized board

No Maximum Age

No upper age limit for admission

Stream-wise Subjects

Select a stream below to view subjects. Choose minimum 5 subjects including one language.

Science Stream

401 Physics - Theory 80 + Practical 20
402 Chemistry - Theory 80 + Practical 20
403 Biology - Theory 80 + Practical 20
404 Mathematics - Theory 100
405 Computer Science - Theory 70 + Practical 30
406 Environmental Science - Theory 80 + Practical 20
407 Agriculture - Theory 70 + Practical 30

Commerce Stream

411 Accountancy - Theory 100
412 Business Studies - Theory 100
413 Economics - Theory 100
404 Mathematics - Theory 100
414 Entrepreneurship - Theory 100
405 Computer Science - Theory 70 + Practical 30

Arts / Humanities Stream

421 History - Theory 100
422 Political Science - Theory 100
423 Sociology - Theory 100
424 Geography - Theory 80 + Practical 20
425 Psychology - Theory 100
413 Economics - Theory 100
426 Home Science - Theory 70 + Practical 30
427 Punjab History & Culture - Theory 100

Language Subjects (Choose 1-2)

301 Punjabi - Theory 100
302 Hindi - Theory 100
303 English - Theory 100

Note: Students must select minimum 5 subjects including at least one language subject. Cross-stream combinations allowed. Maximum 7 subjects permitted.


Required Documents

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport Size Photo (6 copies)
  • Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate
  • Birth Certificate
  • Residence Proof
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Migration Certificate (if applicable)
  • Gap Certificate (if gap in studies)

Fee Structure

Fee Component Amount (₹)
Registration Fee (One-time) 500
Course Fee (Per Year) 3,000
Examination Fee (Per Subject) 700
Practical Exam Fee (Per Subject) 200
Study Material Fee Included
Total (Approx. for 5 subjects) ₹ 7,500
Scholarship: SC/ST/OBC students may avail scholarship as per Punjab Government norms. Please submit relevant documents during admission.

Examination Pattern

Examinations are conducted twice a year. Students can appear for exams on an On-Demand basis after completing the minimum study period. Each subject carries 100 marks with theory (80/70 marks) and practical/TMA (20/30 marks) components where applicable.

Passing Criteria: Minimum 33% marks required in each subject (both theory and practical separately where applicable). Students who fail in one or two subjects can appear for improvement exams.

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